MIW vs UPWW Match Preview
Yastika Bhatia has performed admirably at the top of the batting order, registering a half-century in the first match of the season. Nevertheless, the team will be looking for her to maintain consistency. Hayley Matthews is yet to hit her stride, but it is only a matter of time before she finds her form.
The main strength of Mumbai lies in its middle order. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur has set an example for the team, scoring 101 runs in just 2 innings. She has received valuable support from Nat Sciver-Brunt and Amelia Kerr. Both players have also excelled with the ball, collectively taking 9 wickets.
Amelia Kerr leads the season's wicket-takers with 6 dismissals. Shabmim Ismail delivered an impressive performance in the previous game, claiming 3 wickets, and will spearhead the bowling attack with the new ball.
Despite possessing a formidable batting lineup, the Warriorz have struggled to accumulate substantial runs. Both Alyssa Healy and Vrinda Dinesh have failed to provide a strong foundation for the team in both matches. Although there are a couple of talented all-rounders in the middle order, such as Tahlia McGrath and Grace Harris, their performances have been inconsistent.
In the previous match, Shweta Sehrawat showcased an impressive display by scoring 45 runs off 42 deliveries, even amidst the continuous fall of wickets. She will undoubtedly play a crucial role in the team's batting lineup. Unfortunately, the bowling department has been equally underwhelming.
The spinners, Rajeshwari Gayakwad and Sophie Ecclestone, have managed to claim 2 wickets each, while Poonam Khemnar and Gouher Sultana have remained without a wicket.
Weather Report
The weather is likely to be warm and humid and there might be some dew on the ground during the latter half of the match.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Bangalore has an even covering of grass but is on the drier side. The bowlers will get some help early on in the match if they hit the right areas. However, the pitch gets better to bat on as the game progresses. Anything under 180 is easily chasable on this ground.
Notable stats
Hayley Matthews: All-Round Superstar
Hayley Matthews has been a consistent all-rounder in the WPL. She has picked up 17 wickets in her career and has also scored 278 runs.
Team News
There are no updates regarding injuries from either side.
MIW vs UPWW Probable 11
MIW Playing 11
- Hayley Matthews
- Yastika Bhatia (Wk)
- Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Amelia Kerr
- Pooja Vastrakar
- Amanjot Kaur
- S Sajana
- Shabnin Ismail
- Saika Ishaque
- Keerthana Balakrishnan
UPWW Playing 11
- Alyssa Healy (C)
- Vrinda Dinesh
- Tahlia McGrath
- Grace Harris
- Shweta Sehrawat
- Kiran Navgire
- Poonam Khemnar
- Deepti Sharma
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Rajeshwari Gayakwad
- Gouher Sultana
Dream11 Prediction
We are backing the Mumbai Indians to win this match. The team has been clinical in its performance so far and has won both its matches. They have done well as a unit, with most of the players contributing to the team’s success. On the other hand, UP Warriorz has struggled despite having a strong team and will find it difficult to bounce back.
Top Picks
Harmanpreet Kaur: Harmanpreet Kaur is the leading run-getter of the season with 101 runs scored at a strike rate of 134.66.
Amelia Kerr: A quality all-rounder, Amelia Kerr has scored 55 runs at a strike rate of 127.9 and has also picked up 6 wickets.
Shweta Sehrawat: Shweta played an excellent knock in the last match, scoring 45 runs. She is the top run-getter for UP this season.
MIW vs UPWW Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: Y Bhatia
Batters: H Kaur, G Harris, S Sehrawat
All-rounders: H Matthews, N Sciver-Brunt (VC), A Kerr (C), T McGrath, D Sharma
Bowlers: S Ecclestone, S Ismail
